Aliza Sherman-Risdahl

Aliza Sherman-Risdahl is a seasoned professional in the world of digital marketing, having been at the forefront of Internet marketing and content development for over 25 years. She has spoken around the world about technology, work and life, digital marketing, social media, entrepreneurship, and women's issues, and helps organizations produce compelling, multimedia content for diverse audiences.

Among her notable accomplishments includes her work as a cannabis marketing entrepreneur, establishing Ellementa, Inc., the first women’s wellness network focused on cannabis wellness, and publishing HerCannaLife.com featuring women in the cannabis industry. Her 12th book, "Cannabis and CBD for Health and Wellness," further solidifies her connection to the industry.

Sherman-Risdahl was an early pioneer of the web for women and girls, starting the first woman-owned internet company (Cybergrrl, Inc.), developing the first three websites for women (Cybergrrl.com, Webgrrls.com, Femina.com), and founding the first global women's internet organization (Webgrrls International). Her contributions have laid a foundation for women's success in an increasingly technical workplace and world and have influenced today's New Media industry.

Sherman-Risdahl is also an accomplished writer, having authored multiple books, including "The Happy, Healthy Nonprofit," "Social Media Engagement for Dummies,"​ and "The Everything Blogging Book." She has also freelanced for various business and lifestyle publications and contributed to online outlets like Huffington Post, Mashable, and GigaOm.

In her spare time, Sherman-Risdahl enjoys travel, RVing, and Karaoke. Her specialties include digital marketing strategy, social media marketing and engagement, social mobile content development, women's issues, and empowerment.